What to get someone who is having foot surgery?
Gather some of these fun and thoughtful items to include as get well gift basket ideas for after surgery.
- Soup. Mom always knew a bowl of soup would make you feel better.
- Extra Cookies.
- Lots of Tea.
- Fresh Honey.
- A Cozy Throw.
- Meals for the Family.
- Moisturizer.
- Lip Balm.
What do you need to recover from foot surgery?
Plan on doing nothing more than resting and elevating your limb for the first two weeks after your surgery. Keep your cast or bandage dry and do not change it. Resume your normal medications, unless directed otherwise. Take your pain medications as directed.
How do you get around the house after foot surgery?
Use tools and devices. During the non-weight bearing portion of foot surgery recovery, crutches are often a good choice to move around without walking. Crutches do require upper body strength, so if that doesn’t work for you, there is also something called a roller aid.
What to include in a get well care package?
How to Make a Get Well Soon Gift Basket
- entertainment (magazines, DVDs, sudoku books, a novel)
- warm throw.
- cozy socks.
- tissues.
- cough drops.
- vitamin C tablets.
- peppermint essential oil.
- juice or electrolytes.
Should I keep my foot elevated all night after surgery?
Elevation. The more you keep your foot elevated the less pain and swelling you will have. If not elevated, you may feel throbbing pain and the bandages may feel tight.
What is a sunshine basket?
A box of sunshine is a thoughtful care package that typically includes only gifts that are yellow. And, it’s perfect for lots of occasions! Whether it’s going to your mom, sister, boyfriend, girlfriend, or best friend – a box of sunshine is sure to make a splash.
What can you send as a get well soon gift?
20 thoughtful get-well-soon gifts to send to loved ones
- For the one who loves to soak in the tub: LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs.
- For the one who is concerned about air quality: Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier.
- For the creative one: An adult coloring book.
- For the sick friend who loves home décor: Leather tissue box holder.
How do you care for someone after foot surgery?
It’s likely you’ll need to rest your foot for some time after surgery, to give it a chance to heal. Depending on your type of surgery, you may need a few days or several weeks to recover. During this time, you may need to use a cane, walker or crutches to help keep weight off your foot.